2015 Falls Park Master Plan

2015 Falls Park Master Plan

Park Plan

The 2015 Falls Park Bruner Award Report celebrates the transformation of Falls Park in Greenville, SC, which revitalized a neglected area along the Reedy River into an iconic urban park. This 26-acre park, completed in 2004, features the Liberty Bridge, a curving pedestrian bridge that offers dramatic views of the falls. The project involved removing a four-lane bridge and rehabilitating the river ecosystem. Funded largely by Greenville’s hospitality tax, the $13.5 million investment spurred over $600 million in nearby development, enhancing tourism and community pride. Driven by local leadership, particularly from Mayor Knox White and the Carolina Foothills Garden Club, Falls Park is now a hub for recreational activities and events, drawing diverse visitors and supporting downtown growth.

**Key Words**: urban revitalization, Liberty Bridge, community pride, economic development, river restoration
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Bruner Foundation

2015